A blog about two cheetah cubs and their puppy companions

Taking classes …

Ro, Reh, Reese, and Ruth all are being trained by the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Promotions staff. Using positive reinforcement training and behavior shaping (getting treats and praise when the animals perform a command correctly), the staff works with the cubs and the pups to teach them basic commands like “sit” and “come.” The Zoo trainers also use these techniques to get the animals used to different situations and different people – this is is especially important since these precious cubs and pups are going to be on the road as ambassadors for both the Columbus Zoo and for cheetahs around the world.

Reh learns “sit”

Of course, like most students, the “kids” like to take a nap after a hard day of studying!